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Renault are currently working on a new turbo petrol motor for the Indian market. This engine will be powering the bulk of their and Nissan’s model line-up here in the near future. It is set to debut alongside Renault’s much-awaited compact SUV, codenamed the HBC. The HBC is slated to launch during the second half of 2020. This …

Jeep are at the moment readying a 7-seat SUV for developing markets such as India and Brazil. This SUV will be placed above the Compass in its line-up and slot into the premium SUV space here. It will be launched first in Brazil, followed by emerging markets such as ours. Jeep are reportedly set to be launching the …

News has come that Land Rover are working on an entry level SUV to bolster their global line-up. Codename the L860, it is set to be the company’s most affordable offering. As per reports, the L860 will be underpinned by an updated version of Land Rover’s D8 platform. This platform, seen on the Harrier, is a cost-effective derivative …

Volkswagen have teased their upcoming compact SUV for the Brazilian market, christened the Nivus. The Nivus, in profile, is based on the T-Sport concept showcased by Volkswagen last year. It is set for a launch there in mid-2020. There is also talk of the German automaker considering it for the Indian market. Volkswagen group have said that they …

Toyota recently unveiled their upcoming compact SUV, the Rise. This vehicle is derived from Toyota’s DN Tree concept, seen during the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. It will employ the Daihatsu-Toyota developed TNGA platform, which is available on most of the automaker’s line-up globally. Engine-wise, the Rise is powered by an 1.0-litre, three-cylinder, petrol motor. This compact SUV will …

Renault will launch its much-awaited compact vehicle, the Triber, to the Indian market soon. The Triber is essentially a 7-seater compact vehicle, aimed at the affordable end of the market. It will be launched in India by end of thios-month or maximum by September. It has been revealed that Renault will offer the Triber in four variants. These …

Skoda are very much likely to be bringing the next iteration of the Octavia premium sedan to India. The Octavia is currently Skoda’s highest selling model here and is the second in its segment, only behind the Toyota Corolla Altis. Launch is expected to happen by the end of 2020. The next-gen Octavia will be based on an …

Ford are working on a mid-size SUV which is expected to arrive here soon. As per recent reports, the vehicle is set for a launch sometime during 2022. It will mark Ford’s entry to the already popular mid-size SUV segment here. Codenamed the BX-745, this mid-size SUV will be a part of Ford’s plans of launching three new …

Toyota are working on a mid-size SUV which will be sold in various markets across the globe. This mid-size SUV will be based on the automaker’s popular crossover, the C-HR. According to reports, the mid-size SUV will be revealed as early as next-year. It will be underpinned by Toyota’s TNGA-C (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform. This platform also …

Peugeot will be commencing its Indian operations by 2021. The French automaker will make its return to India after a gap of 24 years. Peugeot are considering a slew of models from their global line-up for our shores. Once such model will be the new 208 premium hatchback. Peugeot have tasted success globally with their brilliant handling hatchbacks …